François Delpeuch, aged 13, and his 9-year-old sister, Anne-Marie, were tending to their family’s cows in a pasture when the unusual event unfolded. On that late summer morning, the siblings were engaging in their routine task of watching over the livestock. Suddenly, they noticed something extraordinary. Hovering above the ground, they saw a bright, spherical object, approximately 4.6 meters (15 feet) in diameter. The UFO emitted a soft whistling sound, which immediately drew their attention.
Detailed Observation of the Craft and Beings
Upon closer inspection, the children observed four small black beings near the craft. These entities were estimated to be around 120 cm (47 inches) tall, much shorter than average human height. The beings’ appearance was striking, described as entirely black, with no distinguishable facial features or clothing details that the children could see. This lack of distinguishing characteristics made the beings even more enigmatic and otherworldly.
The UFO itself was described as a smooth, spherical object with a mirror-like surface. It reflected the surrounding landscape, which gave it an almost camouflaged appearance against the green field. One of the beings was holding a shiny, mirror-like object, which seemed to catch the sunlight and further intrigue the young witnesses.
Behavior of the Beings and the Craft
The beings appeared to be busy with something on the ground. Their movements were fluid and seemingly coordinated, as if they were performing some kind of task. According to François and Anne-Marie, the beings floated above the ground, moving effortlessly through the air. This peculiar mode of movement added to the surreal nature of the encounter.
As the children continued to watch, one of the beings noticed them. Upon this realization, the beings quickly re-entered the spherical craft. The UFO then emitted a loud whistling sound, accompanied by a sudden blast of air that caused a strong sulfur odor to fill the air. This smell was so overpowering that it lingered for some time after the incident.
Departure of the Craft
The craft began to ascend slowly, hovering for a moment before shooting off at an incredible speed. The sudden departure left a distinct impression on the children, as it seemed to defy the laws of physics. The craft’s acceleration was smooth and rapid, without any visible means of propulsion, such as flames or exhaust.
Emotional and Environmental Aftermath
The emotional impact of the incident on the children was immediate and profound. They ran back home, visibly shaken and in tears. Their dog, which had been with them, also seemed disturbed and agitated by the event. Upon returning home, the children told their father about the encounter. He noted their genuine fear and agitation, which lent further credibility to their account.
Environmental Evidence and Investigations
Investigators later visited the site where the incident occurred. They noted the presence of dried grass in the area where the UFO had hovered. This suggested that the craft’s presence had a physical effect on the environment, likely caused by the blast of air and heat emitted during its departure. The persistent sulfur odor was also a significant detail that was noted by investigators and remains a common element in many UFO reports.
The GEPAN (Group for the Study of Unidentified Aerospace Phenomena), a branch of the French Space Agency (CNES), conducted an in-depth investigation into the incident. They interviewed the children and their family, inspected the site, and reviewed all available evidence. The children’s detailed and consistent testimonies, combined with the environmental evidence, led GEPAN to take the case seriously.
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